A traditional South Indian dish, adai dosa is a delectable gluten-free pancake made with a unique blend of lentils, rice, and spices. Originating from the Udupi region of Karnataka, this savory pancake is a healthy and flavorful breakfast or snack option that has gained popularity worldwide. With its crispy exterior and soft, fluffy interior, adai dosa is a culinary delight that can be enjoyed with a variety of accompaniments. In this article, we will explore the best recipe for making adai dosa that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
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ADAI RECIPE | ADAI DOSA
Adai also known as adai dosa is a popular lentil crepe from Tamil cuisine. Made with different kinds of lentils, rice and spices these make for a healthy breakfast or meal.
Provided by Swasthi
Categories Breakfast
Time 28m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Add all the lentils - chana, toor, urad and moong dal to a large bowl. Wash them very well a few times.
- Next add red chilies to the rice. Pour enough water and soak them for 2 to 4 hours. You can also leave them overnight for 8 hours.
- Add rice to another large bowl and rinse a few times. You can soak it for 2 to 4 hours to overnight.
- When you are ready to grind the batter, drain the water and rinse them well.
- Add rice and red chilies to a blender jar along with ¼ cup fresh water. Blend to a slightly coarse paste or thick batter, adding more water as required. Batter has to be thick. Transfer this to a bowl.
- Add dal, cumin and ginger to the jar. Also ¼ cup water and blend to a slightly coarse thick batter, adding more water if required.
- Mix this with the rice batter. The batter has to be thick yet of spreading consistency. Allow to rest for 2 to 4 hours. You can also skip resting.
- Heat a pan. Add few drops of oil and smear it all over the pan with a kitchen tissue. Heat the pan well on a medium heat.
- While the pan heats, add chopped onions, salt, hing, coriander leaves to the batter. Mix everything well. Taste test and adjust salt.
- If you prefer to make thick adai, the consistency of the batter must be thick but of spreading consistency.
- If you prefer thin adai, then add more water as needed. Mix well to bring the consistency to a slightly less thick batter, not runny. The batter must be easily spreadable on the pan.
- Regulate the flame to medium. Make sure the pan is hot.
- Pour one ladle of batter and spread it quickly like a dosa. Spread it to thick or thin adai as per your liking.
- Add ½ tsp oil or ghee across the edges. Cook on a medium heat.
- When it gets cooked on one side, the edges loosen from the pan slightly. Turn it and cook on the other side as well. Make sure it is cooked on both the sides until crisp.
- To make the next adai be sure to heat the pan well. It should be hot but not smoking hot.
- Serve adai dosa with coconut chutney or any other chutney.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 3 g, Sodium 148 mg, Fiber 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ADAI DOSA (GLUTEN-FREE INDIAN PANCAKES)
In India, these thin, gluten-free, vegan dosa are often served for breakfast.
Provided by My_kitchen
Categories Indian Recipes
Time 2h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine rice and all dals in a bowl of cold water; soak for 45 minutes. Rinse several times and drain. Grind into a coarse meal.
- Add onion, pepper flakes, curry leaves, asafoetida powder, and salt. Slowly add water and stir until smooth. Let sit in a warm place until is starts to ferment, at least 45 minutes, but ideally longer.
- Grease a frying pan with melted ghee and set over medium heat. Ladle some batter into the pan; spread it thinly and evenly into a circular shape and drizzle with more ghee. Cook until golden brown, 5 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway through. Repeat to cook remaining adai dosa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 4.1 mg, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 9.7 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 8.1 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
Tips:
- Soak the lentils and rice for at least 6 hours or overnight. This will help them to soften and cook evenly.
- Use a blender or food processor to grind the lentils and rice into a smooth batter. This will help to ensure that the adai dosas are light and fluffy.
- Add the spices and herbs to the batter and mix well. This will give the adai dosas a flavorful and aromatic taste.
- Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat. Grease the pan lightly with oil or ghee.
- Pour a ladleful of batter onto the hot pan and spread it out into a thin circle. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the adai dosa is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve the adai dosas hot with your favorite chutney or sambar.
Conclusion:
Adai dosas are a delicious and healthy South Indian breakfast or snack. They are made with a batter of lentils and rice, and are typically served with chutney or sambar. Adai dosas are a good source of protein, fiber, and iron. They are also gluten-free, making them a great option for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy lentils and rice, give adai dosas a try. You won't be disappointed!
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